REAL Parenting® Classes

“I love the way you structured the class. The learning was priceless.” — Annette Huntoon

“Excellent. Need new ways to think about/approach to kids. Need vocabulary and practice. Can see some benefits immediately.” — Carol Navsky

“Almost everyone in the class saw improvement in their connections with their kids in just five weeks. The bottom line is it really works. It’s not difficult to learn when presented this way.” — Sandy Hay

“I feel fortunate to have taken this class now, before huge problems arise, rather than trying to fix things that are already huge issues. Thanks for your continued help in our community.”— Lisa Bell

“I would recommend this class highly.” — Steve Aldridge

“The most important thing I learned is, ‘The relationship is the key,’ not whether you can get your kids to obey you and always make the right choice.” — Heidi Hoback

“Stephanie’s program encourages parents to see the qualities they respect in their children and to express to them that they are valued for who they truly are. Learning to listen in an empathetic way is another whole new experience. REAL Parenting gave me tools to deal with situations I had no idea how to handle.” — Nancy Farmer

“It has helped me to relate to my son from a much calmer place”

“I enjoyed this class because it has made me realize that I am not the only one having teenage trouble” — Holly DeHoog

“Creative ways to talk to your child in a non-threatening way.”— Meg H.

“I have already told many that it is invaluable and should be required for all families.”

“You are awesome.” — Christina M.

Active Parenting for Stepfamilies® Classes

“Start early. Maybe even when engaged.” — Angela Alter, November 2010

“This class gives you the ways to build relationships between children and stepparents and also teaches you how to work things out together.” — Dawna P.

“Highly encouraged for those entering into stepfamily.” — Patrick H.

“This class is extremely valuable, and I would recommend taking it as soon as possible.” — Jennifer K.

From Stephanie’s Blog …

Kristin Neff's research and information on self-compassion can be powerful and helpful for all of us. She calls herself a self-compassion evangelist. Her main message, which I'm summarizing in case you don't have time to listen to her YouTube TEDx … [Read More...]

What is REAL Parenting?

REAL stands for Respect, Empathy, Appreciation and Love, which all kids need. Learn more …